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Fever of 102 & severe chills today

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Ibasold
Ibasold

Woke up with pain & cramps in left side.

Finally went to bathroom. Chills lasted about an hour ir more. Now have fever of 101.5.

Taking antibiotics & Tramadol

Any advice??

T

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  • Guest
    Guest Ibasold

    Posted

    Did you see doctor and he give you antibiotics  (which ones) and for how long? Did he want to do another ct scan?
    • Ibasold
      Ibasold Guest

      Posted

      Hard to get prescription from gastro dr. She just keeps on saying I need to see a surgeon. I have an appt on Jan 4.
    • Guest
      Guest Ibasold

      Posted

      If you are taking antibiotics you are doing the right thing.  Stick to clear fluids only to give your bowels a rest.  If it gets worse, go to the ER.
  • susan95516
    susan95516 Ibasold

    Posted

    Speak to DR your temp is to high you may need to change your antibiotics 
  • Carpy1967
    Carpy1967 Ibasold

    Posted

    Hi. Know how u feel sweety!! Painkillers do help the pain and a hot water bottle on yr side where the pain is. I know it sounds bizzare but it helps. Take care
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